Fees, rules
and dates
Dates, fees, what to send and how judging works.
| Register between | Solo | Duo |
|---|---|---|
| 8 to 17 October | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 18 to 27 October | ₹500 | ₹900 |
| 28 October to 5 November | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
All dates in 2026. All fees are non-refundable.
Pitch fees and details
- Who can enterAges 11 to 15, in teams of 3 to 5 children. One Pitch team per child.
- Fee per team₹3,000 (one fee covers the whole team). All fees are non-refundable.
- Campus and dayChembur only, on Sunday 13 December 2026.
- Register by31 October 2026. The idea template is sent to you after registration.
- MasterclassesOnline on 1 November and 15 November. Calendar invites go to registered emails.
Top teams get a stall at Chembur on 13 December. Finalist teams get up to ₹3,000 for approved raw materials. Teams keep their sales.
Questions parents ask
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Is this only for TGAA children?+
No. Any child aged 4 to 15 can enter. TGAA students must choose their own campus. Children from other schools can choose a festival campus, subject to the track being available.
Can we come just to enjoy the festival?+
Yes. Visitor tickets are ₹300 per person. Registered children enter free. Expect workshops, games, an art gallery, photo spots, performances and packed food.
How do registration and payment connect?+
Complete the registration form and save your entry reference. Pay on the linked Razorpay page using the same parent email and phone number, then return to add your payment ID. Your entry remains awaiting payment verification until the organisers match the payment. A saved form is not a paid entry.
Who can participate?+
Children from any school, aged 4 to 15: Sparks (4 to 7), Risers (8 to 11), and Stars (12 to 15).
When does registration open?+
Standard-track registration opens on 8 October and closes on 5 November 2026.
Will younger children be ranked?+
No. Sparks aged 4 to 7 get feedback and an Aha! strength card, with no scores shown. Judges choose which Sparks perform or exhibit on festival day.
What should we submit for Stage?+
One landscape, one-take video with clear sound and no edits, filters or effects. Dance, vocal and instrumental music: up to 90 seconds. Drama, speech, storytelling and Choose Your Own: up to 2 minutes. Maximum file size 50 MB.
What should we submit for Create?+
One clear photo of the work and a 2 to 3 line note explaining its connection to the chosen theme.
How does improvement work?+
Stage participants get two days after feedback to improve; Create participants get three days. Judges give criterion-level evaluation and feedback.
Can my child enter more than one Stage activity?+
Yes. Your child can enter multiple activities. Add each activity to your family cart; each registration has its own fee.
Where does Pitch take place?+
Pitch is at Chembur on 13 December 2026. Teams have 3 to 5 children. Every team receives two masterclasses, a pitch opportunity and feedback. Finalist teams receive up to ₹3,000 each for approved raw materials. Registration closes 31 October.
What do participants receive?+
Every registered child gets an Aha! strength card and a participation certificate. Chosen Sparks get a commendation certificate. Finalists get a finalist certificate. Winners get a winner certificate, one free month of an Aha! activity and a prize.
What about arrival times, supervision and refunds?+
Contact the Aha! team for the campus schedule and supervision. All fees are non-refundable.
Speak to the festival team
A call link opens your phone’s calling app. On a computer, copy the number and call from your phone.